Author Archives: Steph Parker

Brisbane is fast becoming one of Australia’s best cities, not least because it is situated in beautiful Queensland, with some of the country’s best weather and scenery around. If you are visiting Brisbane, or indeed living here for a while, then make sure you explore beyond the city too so that you don’t miss some of the state’s most enchanting surroundings. To give you a few ideas, here are 8 of the best day trips from Brisbane you can take. 8. Noosa Sitting right at the top of the Sunshine Coast about an hour and a half’s drive from Brisbane Read more

So if you’re anything like the cold-detesting Pommie I am, then one of the main reasons you probably came Down Under was to get a good dose of the great Australia weather. Sometimes however, even the most seemingly-certain facts of life can blow up in your face. Yes, that’s right, I’m talking about when that fabled Australia weather lets you down. Continually surprised by how much it actually does rain in this country, how cold it really does get and the number of grey days I’ve had to endure when all I really wanted to do was go down to Read more

I know, travelling by yourself, especially for the first time, can be a nerve-wracking experience. But solo travel can also be one of the greatest steps to growing your confidence and having the most amazing adventure. So here, as a way of encouragement, are 8 reasons why Australia is the perfect country for solo travel. 8. Heaps of Other Backpackers The first thing that makes Australia the perfect country for solo travel is the fact that there is a ton of other people doing it as well. Yes, the Land Down Under is a mecca for solo backpackers meaning finding Read more

The wonderful gateway to the Whitsunday Islands, Airlie Beach is one of the top backpacker destinations in Australia – a place renowned for its nightlife and sunshine. Most people spend at least a few days in this tropical Queensland paradise, soaking up the atmosphere and enjoying the gorgeous views. So, if you’re heading down or up to Airlie Beach soon, take a look at these top 10 things to do there. 10. Sail the Whitsundays Almost everyone who arrives in Airlie Beach is here to embark on a sailing tour of the Whitsundays and why not?! There can be few Read more

Known as the sunshine state, Queensland is Australia’s north east corner is a traveller mecca. From the incredible marine world of the Great Barrier Reef, to sun-kissed beaches, roaring surf and adventure- filled national parks, its coastline is a feast for sun worshippers and adrenaline seekers alike. So get inspired for your trip to this great part of the land Down Under with these 8 unforgettable destinations on the Queensland coast. 8. Brisbane The state capital of Brisbane is a wonderful place to start your journey in Queensland. Just off the coast, there are a ton of great things to Read more

With a whole year stretched out ahead of you and really no idea of where you’ll end up or visit along the way, packing for your working holiday visa in Australia can be a nightmare. Ok, so you may have the obligatory bikini, shorts and sunnies all sorted, but what about clothes for your farm work, warm clothes for Melbourne winters or smart clothes if you want to try and find work in an office or admin role. So much to think about! ARGH! But, don’t worry help is at hand from someone who has been in exactly the same Read more